A baby born before 37 weeks gestation
A baby born before 37 weeks gestation
when a baby is born before it is suppose to.
Very often preterm labor can be stalled with medication and/or home or bed rest until the baby is more mature to be delivered.
The feeding practice of on-demand feeding is recommended for preterm infants. Either breast milk or formula should be fed when the baby seems hungry.
Preterm labor - cause unknown.
For resuscitation use 100 % - the kids hypoxic or you wouldn't be doing a resuscitation.
ASk him/her. Steroids are used to mature the baby's lungs if there is a risk of preterm delivery, but twions are not usually that much at risk, and the latest research suggests that only one course should be given if there is actual preterm labor.
Colic is a risk to any infant. Colic causes gas that is unbearable which causes the baby to cry excessively
yes, preterm babies can breastfeed. You may need some assistance from your nurse or a lactation consultant. If the baby does not breastfeed you should start to pump to help stimulate your milk supply.
an ultra-sound.. you cant know by feeling it or physical evidence
Preterm labor can run in maternal families but it is no garuntee. The health of your mother and your own health can make a vast difference. If you are concerned about having preterm labor, know the signs and watch for them.
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